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  • Sunny Saturday, Westside Crash, Stabbing Arrest, Changing APD Leadership, Housing Affordability Debate
    Dec 13 2025
    Good morning, this is Albuquerque Local Pulse for Saturday, December 13, 2025.

    We wake up today to quiet, mild weather over the metro. Forecasters at KOB say we stay warm and sunny again, with highs in the mid 50s and light winds, before a colder front and a small chance of rain arrive early next week. That means today is good for getting outside along the Bosque, last minute shopping along Central, or catching a game without worrying about snow or icy roads.

    In breaking local news, Albuquerque police are investigating a fatal crash on the Westside near Paseo del Norte and Golf Course. ABQ Raw reports westbound Paseo is closed in that area, so we should avoid it or give ourselves extra time on the Westside commute and detour down to Coors or Ellison.

    Also in the past day, ABQ Raw reports officers responded to a stabbing in Northeast Albuquerque. The suspect barricaded inside but was ultimately arrested. No ongoing threat to the public, but we stay alert around that neighborhood east of San Mateo and north of Menaul as detectives continue their work.

    From City Hall, we are still feeling the ripple effects of Mayor Tim Keller’s reelection and the coming change at the top of APD. City Desk reports that Chief Harold Medina is planning retirement sometime during this new term, and there is a behind the scenes debate over whether the next chief should come from one of the current deputy chiefs or a wider national search. That choice will shape how our city moves forward now that the long federal consent decree is over.

    On the housing front, the Greater Albuquerque Association of Realtors is forming a new Government Affairs Committee to track City Council decisions on zoning, property taxes, and rental rules. They say this is in response to rising concern about affordability and property rights across Albuquerque and the East Mountains. For us, that means more organized pressure on councilors as they debate how and where we build new housing.

    In business, the Albuquerque Journal reports that space startup Mantis Space has picked Albuquerque for its headquarters and manufacturing, and the city has activated a rail spur near the Sunport to support new industrial jobs. That could mean a few hundred new high tech and logistics positions over the next few years, especially around Gibson and University.

    On the fun side, holiday concerts are filling the calendar. The Journal highlights the Santa Fe Desert Chorale’s Carols and Lullabies concerts coming to Albuquerque, and downtown venues near Civic Plaza and along Gold are hosting local bands tonight and tomorrow, so parking around 3rd and Copper may be tight.

    In sports, Lobo football has announced a handful of early signees and extended head coach Jason Eck, while high school basketball is in full swing, with La Cueva and Volcano Vista both near the top of state rankings this week.

    Our feel good story today comes from KOB, where the community continues to rally around a Bernalillo girl fighting a rare childhood cancer, with local schools and businesses organizing small fundraisers from Rio Rancho to the Westside. It is another reminder of how our region shows up for families in crisis.

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  • Albuquerque Local Pulse: Homicides, First Responders, and Election Updates - December 12th
    Dec 12 2025
    Good morning, this is Albuquerque Local Pulse for Friday, December twelfth, and we are glad you are with us.

    We start with breaking news on public safety. ABQ RAW reports that overnight we see another homicide, the one hundred seventh of the year, after a shooting near Central and Jefferson. Police keep that area blocked as detectives interview witnesses, and we feel the weight of another life lost on one of our main corridors. Earlier this week, ABQ RAW also covers a near‑fatal crash involving a bicyclist at Claremont and San Mateo, reminding us to slow down and watch out at busy intersections.

    We also see some remarkable work from first responders. Albuquerque Fire Rescue pulls three residents from a second‑story balcony during a house fire on Galeras Street Northwest, and in another call, quickly contains a blaze at a boarded‑up home on San Pedro in the Southeast. Those responses keep smoke from drifting into nearby neighborhoods and spare families from losing everything.

    From city hall, the dust is settling on our local elections. KOB reports that Teresa Garcia has conceded the tight District 3 City Council race to incumbent Klarissa Peña after trailing by just sixty‑nine votes out of about sixty‑six hundred cast. That means Peña continues to represent much of the South Valley and West Side, shaping decisions on public safety, road repairs, and housing. New Mexico PBS’s New Mexico in Focus is also looking ahead to Mayor Tim Keller’s third term, talking with former councilors about what it means for crime, homelessness, and transit along Central and around Civic Plaza.

    Weather wise, we are cool this morning with clear skies over the Sandias and light winds along I‑25 and I‑40. We stay mostly sunny through the day, highs around the mid fifties in town, cooler up near the Tram and Paseo. We do not expect major wind or rain to disrupt our plans, but it will be chilly for evening events in Old Town and along Central, so we grab a jacket.

    On the jobs front, local recruiters say hourly service jobs are still hiring across Uptown and Cottonwood, with starting pay often around fifteen to seventeen dollars an hour, and tech and healthcare openings clustered near UNM, the Sunport area, and along Jefferson. In real estate, Bernalillo County’s assessor tells New Mexico in Focus that valuations continue to edge up, and we feel that in property tax bills and rising rents, especially in neighborhoods like Nob Hill and Westside suburbs along Unser.

    Around town, we have holiday shopping and art markets lighting up Old Town Plaza and the Rail Yards, along with concerts and performances at the Kimo Theatre and Popejoy Hall this weekend. City council calendars show finance and government committee work continuing at the Government Center, shaping next year’s budgets that touch everything from park maintenance to library hours.

    For schools, several APS winter sports teams are kicking into tournament play, with high school basketball taking over gyms from Atrisco Heritage to Eldorado. Local bands and choirs are filling auditoriums with winter concerts, giving our students a chance to shine.

    In federal crime news tied to New Mexico, KOB reports a California woman receives a thirty‑month sentence for a long‑running fraud scheme that targeted New Mexicans with promises of a fake multimillion‑dollar fortune. She now owes more than a million dollars in restitution, and investigators say anyone contacted by similar offers should report them immediately.

    For a feel‑good note, we highlight Toys for Tots wrapping up its season earlier this month, with local volunteers and Marines helping thousands of families across Albuquerque. We still see donation boxes lingering in some shops along Coors and Montgomery, and our community spirit keeps rolling with coat drives and food distributions as we move deeper into winter.

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    4 min
  • Albuquerque Local Pulse: Keller Re-Elected, Martineztown Fire, Jobs, Holiday Cheer, and Community Giving
    Dec 11 2025
    Good morning, this is Albuquerque Local Pulse for Thursday, December eleventh, and we are starting our day together here in the Duke City.

    We begin with breaking news from Martineztown, where an apartment fire at a senior and disability complex near Edith and Lomas displaces dozens of our neighbors. Albuquerque Fire Rescue confirms one person is killed and several others are hurt as investigators work through the scene and the Red Cross helps residents find temporary housing. KOAT and ABQ RAW report smoke and flames moving fast through upper units, and we keep the families in our thoughts as we wait for word on the cause.

    At City Hall, we are waking up under a historic third term for Mayor Tim Keller after this week’s runoff election. According to the Albuquerque Journal, Keller wins about fifty eight percent of the vote over challenger Darren White, after a campaign focused on crime, homelessness, and housing. Voters on the West Side also send Stephanie Telles to City Council from District 1, while the District 3 race on the Southwest Mesa remains close enough to trigger an automatic recount. That means our council map, and debates over zoning, housing, and police funding, are shifting as we head into the new year.

    Outdoors, we feel a cold but calm start. Skies stay mostly sunny over the valley, with highs near the low fifties and a light breeze along Central and I-25. The Cibola National Forest is continuing small prescribed pile burns in the Sandia Mountains near Highway 14 and Highway 337, so we may see light smoke on the East Side and from the Big I looking toward the crest. Air quality stays generally good, but we take it easy if we have asthma or are sensitive to smoke.

    In public safety, Albuquerque Police are investigating a stabbing at the QuickTrack convenience store at Lomas and University, just east of UNM Hospital. ABQ RAW reports one person is taken to UNMH and officers are reviewing video while asking anyone who saw something to come forward. Overnight, APD also increases patrols along Central near Downtown after several vehicle break ins, so we make sure to lock cars and keep valuables out of sight.

    On a more hopeful note, our job market shows modest momentum as local staffing firms report dozens of openings in healthcare, construction, and logistics, with many starting around eighteen to twenty dollars an hour. In real estate, the Greater Albuquerque Association of Realtors says our median home price holds near three hundred fifty thousand dollars, with inventory up slightly, giving buyers a bit more choice from the West Side to the Northeast Heights.

    Culturally, we are in full holiday mode. Old Town Plaza shimmers with lights tonight, with carolers and local artisans along Romero and San Felipe. The Rail Yards Market is hosting a special winter night event this weekend, with food trucks and live music echoing under the old steel arches. At the Kimo Theatre on Central, we have a local jazz showcase featuring UNM alumni, and over at Revel, regional bands keep the weekend calendar full.

    In sports, UNM men’s basketball rides momentum from a recent win over San Diego State, and coaches say they are focused on tightening defense as conference play approaches. High school winter sports get rolling across APS, with several boys and girls basketball teams picking up early season wins on courts from Volcano Vista to Atrisco Heritage.

    We close with a feel good story on giving back. KOB’s Pay It 4ward highlights volunteers at TenderLove Community Center here in Albuquerque, where neighbors help women experiencing homelessness learn job skills and rebuild their lives. It is a reminder that even in a week of fire, crime, and hard headlines, our city’s heart shows up for one another.

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    4 min
  • Albuquerque's Tourism Surge, City Budget Talks, and Neighborhood Market Permits - Local Pulse Dec 7
    Dec 7 2025
    Good morning, this is Albuquerque Local Pulse for Sunday, December seventh, and we are glad to be with you.

    We start today with our big picture. Travel and Tour World reports that Albuquerque is seeing a surprise tourism surge, especially from Canada, the U K, and Mexico, with airlines adding more direct flights into the Sunport and hotels across the city seeing strong bookings. That tourism wave means more service jobs opening up, particularly in hotels near the airport, along I 25, and around Old Town.

    At City Hall, our City Council is getting ready for a Finance and Government Operations Committee meeting Monday evening in the Vincent E. Griego Chambers at One Civic Plaza. The city is inviting public comment on budget and spending items, and we have until mid afternoon Monday to sign up online or by calling the council office. That is our chance to speak directly about how we want our tax dollars used.

    In neighborhood news, the Albuquerque Business First journal reports the city has created a new permit category to bring back small neighborhood corner markets under about five thousand square feet. The goal is to open more fresh food options in areas that lack big grocery stores, especially in parts of the Southeast Heights and West Side. That could affect where we shop and how far we drive for basics.

    On real estate, local agents say the median home price in the metro is holding around the mid three hundreds, with slightly fewer listings than last month. Rents for a typical two bedroom apartment are hovering near fourteen hundred dollars, with downtown and Nob Hill on the higher end and the South Valley a bit lower. For job seekers, hospitality and healthcare remain strong, with hotels near the Sunport hiring dozens of positions and the big hospital systems adding nurses and techs.

    Weatherwise, we are cool and clear today across the valley. We are looking at highs in the upper forties to low fifties, some breezy conditions along Tramway and the foothills, and a cold night back down into the twenties. Skies stay mostly sunny, so outdoor events and errands are in good shape, but we will want layers early and late.

    Looking ahead, the city is wrapping up registration today for several December events listed on cabq dot gov, including family holiday activities and Toys for Tots drives. Over the next few days, we have music and cultural events along Central in Nob Hill and at the KiMo Theatre, plus smaller shows at bars and breweries downtown and near EDo.

    For schools, several APS winter sports teams are deep into early games. Local high school basketball squads notched a few close wins Friday night, and wrestling tournaments are under way at gyms across town, showcasing students from our East and West Side schools.

    On the crime front, Albuquerque police report a few significant overnight incidents, including an armed robbery near Central and Louisiana and a serious crash along I 25 near Gibson that briefly closed lanes early this morning. Officers say investigations are ongoing, and they are asking us to stay alert, lock vehicles, and report suspicious activity, especially around big shopping areas.

    We close today with one feel good note. Volunteers across the city are gathering toys and winter clothing for families, with drop offs happening at community centers from West Mesa to Cesar Chavez, reminding us how generous this community can be when our neighbors need help.

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    4 min
  • Overnight Shooting, Rental Practices Ordinance, Holiday Happenings: Albuquerque Local Pulse 12/06
    Dec 6 2025
    Good morning, this is Albuquerque Local Pulse for Saturday, December sixth.

    We wake up today to breaking news on our streets. ABQ RAW reports an overnight shooting near Central and Jefferson that marks roughly the one hundred seventh homicide in our city this year. Police are still investigating, and we stay mindful of the weight that number carries for our neighborhoods along the Central corridor.

    ABQ RAW also tells us about a serious crash involving a bicyclist at Claremont and San Mateo, with APD’s Motor Unit called out. As we move through town today, we take extra care at busy intersections like San Mateo and Lomas, and around bike lanes from Nob Hill to the North Valley.

    From City Hall, we get a significant housing update. The city has finalized a development agreement to transform the long-vacant Park Central tower at San Mateo and Central into Serenade at Park Central, a new one hundred ten unit mixed income community, with about forty units set aside as affordable housing. City leaders say this is a key step in the Housing Now strategy, turning empty commercial space into homes and bringing new life to that stretch east of I-25.

    Transit changes are also on the way. KUNM reports that ABQ Ride will roll out new bus route adjustments on December thirteenth, aimed at more frequent service and better weekend coverage. Some routes along Central, San Mateo, and Eubank will change, so we check our usual bus before Monday commutes and weekend trips downtown.

    On the rental front, the Greater Albuquerque Association of Realtors notes a proposed Rental Practices Ordinance up for a City Council hearing on December fifteenth. The measure could reshape how landlords handle applications, fees, and evictions, affecting thousands of renters from West Side apartments off Coors to older complexes near UNM.

    Weatherwise, we stay cool and clear today, with crisp morning air along the Bosque trails and mild afternoon sun over the Sandias. We can plan outdoor markets in Old Town and kids’ sports at Balloon Fiesta Park, with only a slight breeze expected and no major storms on the immediate horizon.

    In jobs and real estate, local brokers say median home prices in the metro now hover in the mid three hundreds, with inventories still tight but improving. New hiring continues in health care near UNM Hospital and in logistics hubs around Jefferson and I-25, where warehouses are adding dozens of seasonal and permanent roles.

    Looking at schools, several APS high school teams wrap up winter tournaments this weekend, with basketball and wrestling action on campuses from Atrisco Heritage to Eldorado. Families should check school sites for exact game times.

    Culturally, we have holiday concerts and art markets lighting up downtown. The area around Civic Plaza and the KiMo Theatre hosts music, while small galleries along Central in Nob Hill and EDo showcase local makers for last minute gifts.

    For a feel good moment, Albuquerque Fire Rescue recently pulled three residents to safety from a second story balcony during a house fire on Galeras Street Northwest. Quick work from crews prevented tragedy and reminds us of the dedication of our first responders.

    As we close, we thank every listener for staying informed, staying kind, and staying connected to our city. Thanks for tuning in, and please remember to subscribe so you never miss an update. This has been Albuquerque Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

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  • Albuquerque Local Pulse: Bus Redesign, Park Repairs, and Community Events
    Dec 4 2025
    Good morning, this is Albuquerque Local Pulse for Thursday, December 4th, 2025.

    We're starting off with some exciting news about our public transportation system. City leaders announced yesterday that ABQ Ride Forward, a major redesign of our bus routes, is rolling out this Saturday, December 13th. This is being called a once-in-a-generation update informed by community feedback and industry consultants. The first phase launches on nine bus routes, which represents about ten and a half percent of the full implementation. Over the coming years, this will be rolled out in sixteen phases total, ultimately returning Albuquerque to 2019 bus service levels but with an updated configuration designed to be more convenient and reliable while serving more people and expanding weekend coverage across the city.

    Speaking of city improvements, our parks are getting some much-needed attention. The City Council voted eight to one this week to allocate up to two million dollars for emergency turf repairs across our nearly three hundred parks. Albuquerque ranks twenty-fourth nationally among the hundred largest cities for our park system, with ninety-one percent of residents living within a ten-minute walk of a park. The funding will be split evenly among the three Parks and Recreation maintenance yards, and the money will be released once the fiscal year twenty twenty-five audit is completed, which is expected by mid-December. The resolution focuses on parks overrun with weeds and dead grass that have made fields unsafe or unusable.

    On the public safety front, an Albuquerque man has been sentenced to ten months in prison for making violent threats against President Trump on social media. Thirty-eight-year-old Tyler Leveque pleaded guilty to posting threatening videos and messages between early January, including posts where he claimed he and others would be at a rally. Court records show he purchased a firearm locally during this time. The federal prosecutors emphasized that while the defendant argued free speech protections, threatening speech directed at specific individuals is not protected and will be investigated and prosecuted.

    Looking ahead at community events, we have plenty happening around the city. The Nob Hill neighborhood is hosting their thirtieth annual Shop and Stroll holiday shopping event this evening from five to nine PM. Later tonight, the Twinkle Light Parade returns for twenty twenty-five, running from five fifteen to seven fifteen PM, also in Nob Hill, illuminating a one-mile stretch of Route Sixty-Six with free, family-friendly festivities. Tomorrow, December fifth, District Seven City Councilor Tammy Fiebelkorn will host her monthly Councilor Connect from ten to eleven AM for information important to the district.

    With the holiday shopping season in full swing, it's a great time to get outside and explore what our neighborhoods have to offer. We'll wrap up by reminding everyone to stay safe and look out for one another as we head into the busy holiday season.

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  • Albuquerque Local Pulse: Shootings, Sports Wins, and Holiday Fun in the City
    Nov 30 2025
    Good morning, this is Albuquerque Local Pulse for Sunday, November 30th, 2025.

    We're starting this Sunday with some important updates from around our city. This past week has been eventful, and we want to make sure you're caught up on what's been happening in our community.

    First, let's talk about what's been happening on our streets. Albuquerque Police responded to a shooting early this morning around one o'clock near Central Avenue Southeast and Jefferson Street Northeast. This marks the one hundred seventh murder of the year in our city, and it's a sobering reminder of the ongoing public safety challenges we're facing. Police are actively investigating, and if you have any information, you're urged to contact the Albuquerque Police Department or Crime Stoppers.

    On the positive side, we're celebrating some incredible achievements from our local schools. Bloomfield High School brought home the Class 4A state football championship yesterday with a dominant fifty-eight to twenty-seven victory over Saint Pius. Quarterback Manuel Chavarria had an absolutely remarkable performance, throwing five touchdown passes and rushing for two more. Chavarria finished the day with three hundred fifty passing yards and one hundred twenty-four rushing yards. This is Bloomfield's second straight state title, and the team finished their season with an impressive eleven-game winning streak. The Bobcats also set a new state record by scoring seven hundred twenty-three points for the entire season, breaking the previous record of six hundred ninety-nine points.

    In other developments this week, Albuquerque Fire Rescue has been keeping busy with several significant calls. Firefighters responded to a residential structure fire at nine nineteen Galeras Street Northwest where they successfully rescued three residents from a second-story balcony. They also quickly contained a fire at a boarded-up home on San Pedro Drive Southeast on Wednesday evening. These firefighters continue to demonstrate their commitment to keeping our community safe.

    Looking ahead to today's weather, we're expecting conditions that should allow for outdoor activities. It's a good day to get out and enjoy what November has to offer us before we head into December.

    If you're looking for something fun to do this week, the River of Lights at the ABQ BioPark continues through the season, offering a beautiful evening experience for families and friends. It's a wonderful way to start celebrating the holiday season right here in Albuquerque.

    As we wrap up November and head into December, we encourage our listeners to stay aware of their surroundings, support our local businesses, and take advantage of the community events happening throughout our city.

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  • Lobos Win Thriller, Rapist Sentenced, Federal Crackdown on Border Crimes - Albuquerque Local Pulse
    Nov 29 2025
    Good morning, this is Albuquerque Local Pulse for Saturday, November 29th, 2025.

    We're starting this morning with exciting news from the UNM football field. The Lobos pulled off a thrilling double overtime victory against San Diego State last night, winning 23 to 17. Quarterback Jack Layne threw the game-winning touchdown pass to Cade Keith in the second overtime period to secure the win. The Lobos are now sitting at nine wins and three losses with a six and two conference record. This victory keeps New Mexico in the hunt for their first Mountain West championship. If Utah State beats Boise State tonight, the Lobos will clinch the regular season title and host the championship game right here at home next week.

    On the legal front, federal authorities continue cracking down on violent crime in our region. A serial rapist who terrorized women in Albuquerque between 2017 and 2018 has been sentenced to life in prison with no possibility of parole. This case brought closure to multiple victims and their families after years of fear in our community.

    Looking at crime activity, homicide detectives responded to a deadly shooting at an apartment complex in Albuquerque. Investigators are actively working the case and will release additional details as the investigation develops. We remind our listeners to report any suspicious activity to APD and remain vigilant in your neighborhoods.

    In federal immigration enforcement, the US Attorney's Office for New Mexico announced this week that 29 individuals were charged with illegal reentry after deportation. Six individuals also faced charges related to alien smuggling as part of ongoing border security operations in our district.

    As we head into the weekend, we're looking at typical late November weather for the area. Make sure to dress in layers if you're heading out to catch that football celebration or any outdoor activities. Temperatures will be mild for this time of year, so it's a great opportunity to get outside and enjoy the Saturday.

    For our community members looking at the job market and real estate landscape, the New Mexico District Court continues processing a steady flow of cases. We're seeing various civil rights matters, employment disputes, and contract cases making their way through the system, which reflects the ongoing business activity in our region.

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